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Ogden, UTAH – According to the state officials, Governor Cox presented the awards during a ceremony this afternoon at the Kearns Mansion. State officials also said that the awards are an annual event designed to recognize the contributions of state employees in the categories of innovation and efficiency, energy and environment, heroism, leadership, and outstanding public service. The award recipients were selected as examples of distinguished service and dedication to the citizens of Utah. The Governor’s Award for Excellence was created in 2007 as a way to recognize the outstanding work of state employees and honor their achievements.  Governor Cox…

Ogden, UTAH – According to the state officials, Governor Cox also issued the following statement: “We’ve encouraged Congress to pass legislation to provide certainty for our Afghan allies who put their lives on the line for us and are now resettled in Utah. Utahns have pitched in to provide them a fresh start, and we’re glad to see Congress working to ensure they can stay.” Ladies and gentlemen, you can read the letter to Congressional leadership here.  No other information is available at the moment. This is a developing story and it will be updated as new information become available.